BST to JST time difference
JST is 8 hours ahead of BST right now. The difference changes between 9 hours and 8 hours during the year because of daylight saving time.
Quick examples: 9:00 AM BST = 5:00 PM JST · 12:00 PM BST = 8:00 PM JST · 5:00 PM BST = 1:00 AM JST
BST to JST conversion table
| UK Time (BST) | Japan Standard Time (JST) |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM BST | 8:00 AM JST |
| 1:00 AM BST | 9:00 AM JST |
| 2:00 AM BST | 10:00 AM JST |
| 3:00 AM BST | 11:00 AM JST |
| 4:00 AM BST | 12:00 PM JST |
| 5:00 AM BST | 1:00 PM JST |
| 6:00 AM BST | 2:00 PM JST |
| 7:00 AM BST | 3:00 PM JST |
| 8:00 AM BST | 4:00 PM JST |
| 9:00 AM BST | 5:00 PM JST |
| 10:00 AM BST | 6:00 PM JST |
| 11:00 AM BST | 7:00 PM JST |
| 12:00 PM BST | 8:00 PM JST |
| 1:00 PM BST | 9:00 PM JST |
| 2:00 PM BST | 10:00 PM JST |
| 3:00 PM BST | 11:00 PM JST |
| 4:00 PM BST | 12:00 AM JST (next day) |
| 5:00 PM BST | 1:00 AM JST (next day) |
| 6:00 PM BST | 2:00 AM JST (next day) |
| 7:00 PM BST | 3:00 AM JST (next day) |
| 8:00 PM BST | 4:00 AM JST (next day) |
| 9:00 PM BST | 5:00 AM JST (next day) |
| 10:00 PM BST | 6:00 AM JST (next day) |
| 11:00 PM BST | 7:00 AM JST (next day) |
How to convert BST to JST
- Pick a date and time in UK Time.
- The matching Japan Standard Time time appears instantly on the right.
- Use the ⇄ button to convert JST to BST instead.
About UK Time and Japan Standard Time
UK Time (BST) is used in London, Manchester, Edinburgh and Dublin. Japan Standard Time (JST) is used in Tokyo, Osaka and all of Japan.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between BST and JST?
JST is 8 hours ahead of BST right now. The difference changes between 9 hours and 8 hours during the year because of daylight saving time.
How do I convert BST to JST?
Add 8 hours to the BST time. For example, 12:00 PM BST is 8:00 PM JST.
Where is BST used?
UK Time is used in London, Manchester, Edinburgh and Dublin.
Where is JST used?
Japan Standard Time is used in Tokyo, Osaka and all of Japan.
Does this converter handle daylight saving time?
Yes. The converter uses the official time zone database, so it automatically applies daylight saving time for the date you pick.